| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JKST | 35 | 38 | 73 |
| TXSO | 34 | 47 | 81 |
McClain scores 20, Texas Southern beats Jackson State 81-73
HOUSTON -- — Kavion McClain's 20 points helped Texas Southern defeat Jackson State 81-73 on Monday night.
McClain also contributed three steals for the Tigers (7-11, 4-1 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Duane Posey scored 15 points and added six rebounds. Jaylen Wysinger shot 2 for 7 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 10 points.
The Tigers (4-14, 4-1) were led by Dorian McMillian and Jayme Mitchell with 19 points apiece. Shannon Grant also had 15 points and eight rebounds.
Both teams play on Saturday. Texas Southern visits Alabama A&M and Jackson State hosts Bethune-Cookman.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Keith Kimble
- Leslie Jones
- Anthony Burns
2024-25 Southwestern Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern | 5-0 | - | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 4-1 | 1 | 7-11 |
| Bethune-Cookman | 4-1 | 1 | 7-11 |
| Jackson State | 4-1 | 1 | 4-14 |
| Alabama State | 3-2 | 2 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 3-2 | 2 | 3-15 |
| Prairie View A&M | 3-3 | 2.5 | 4-15 |
| Alabama A&M | 2-3 | 3 | 6-12 |
| Florida A&M | 2-3 | 3 | 5-11 |
| Grambling | 1-4 | 4 | 4-14 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 0-5 | 5 | 3-15 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 0-6 | 5.5 | 2-17 |
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